"Medical Assistant III - Minimally Invasive Surgery (Bariatrics)"

Position Summary

Medical Assistant II working as a Patient Advocate – Bariatric Surgery Program Minimally Invasive Surgery | Weight Loss & Metabolism Center Location: Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital & Center for Outpatient Health We are seeking a compassionate, organized, and patient-focused Individual to join our Minimally Invasive Surgery team, specifically supporting the Bariatric Surgery Weight Loss & Metabolism Center. In this vital role, you will provide personalized guidance, support, and advocacy for patients navigating the bariatric surgery process. You will play a key role in ensuring patients feel informed, supported, and empowered throughout their journey to surgery.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Patient Care Duties

• Interacts directly with patients in clinic setting and completes tasks, which may include obtaining vital signs, conducting EKGs, completing a phlebotomy and verifying medications.
• Prepares for office hours by doing tasks such as obtaining charts, scheduling tests and preparing exam rooms.
• Assists with examinations, procedures and lab tests.
• May assist with renewal and authorization of non-narcotic medications per standing orders and department guidelines.
• May administer medications under the order of physicians or nurse practitioner (this includes vaccines and intramuscular and subcutaneous injections).

Communication and Documentation

• May schedule and assign work to other Medical Assistants to ensure appropriate staffing; assists in orientating and training new Medical Assistants.
• Directs patient flow, assists with special procedures/treatments, and completes requisitions.
• Routes phone messages, patient questions and telephone communications to appropriate personnel.
• Assists with care coordination by doing tasks outlined under the department guidelines, such as calling patients with test results; scheduling appointments; assisting physician with return calls; scheduling surgeries, diagnostic procedures and admissions; and monitoring new and return patient contacts, including scheduling of appointments and follow-up appointments.
• Completes necessary paperwork and documentation in a timely manner.
• Answers basic questions from patient/family regarding treatments, diagnosis and procedures.
• May complete requisitions/orders per Washington University guidelines.

Equipment and Supplies

• Monitors supply inventory, ensuring adequate supplies, equipment or garments are available and that they comply with regulations.
• Cleans and stocks exam rooms and sterilizes instruments.

Other Functions

• Maintains required HIPAA compliance; maintains skills/competencies and participates in in-services, staff programs, continuing education and cross-training programs according to established standards and Washington University policies.
• Complies with OSHA, state and federal regulatory sources/standards.
• Participates in quality improvement activities to ensure appropriate clinical outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Requires protective devices. Patient care setting. Direct patient care setting. Physical Effort: Typically sitting at desk or table. Typically standing or walking. Typically bending, crouching, or stooping. Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less). Equipment: Office equipment. Clinical/diagnostic equipment.

Required Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience. Certifications: Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, etc. (as listed). Work Experience: Relevant Experience (3 Years).

More About This Job

Required Qualifications: Registered or Certified Medical Assistant with three years of related work experience. Basic Life Support certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Work Experience: Medical Assistant (3 Years), Supervisory (1 Year). Skills: Anatomy, Communication, etc.

Grade

C07-H

Salary Range

$19.21 - $28.85 / Hourly